BARCOO SHIRE COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE ORDINARY MEETING OF THE BARCOO SHIRE COUNCIL HELD AT THE INFORMATION CENTRE, , ON MONDAY 10th NOVEMBER 2008 COMMENCING AT 9:06AM

ATTENDANCE:

Councillors B Scott (Mayor), M Pratt (Deputy Mayor), I Groves, P Batt, P Hubbard CEO Michael Parker, Acting CEO Gordon Webley

Mayor Cr Scott opened the meeting and welcomed everyone to the meeting and thanked Gordon for his stewardship during the absence of the CEO.

APOLOGIES

Nil

CONFIRMATION OF MEETING MINUTES

RESOLUTION: 2008.11.1 That the minutes of the General Meeting of the Barcoo Shire Council held on Monday 13 h October 2008 be confirmed as a true account of the events.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING

Community Groups Governance Traning The Chief Executive Officer to investigate funding under the Blueprint for the Bush.

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MEMBERS’ BUSINESS

Item 1 Cr Hubbard • New airport terminal building security grills removal

Item 2 Cr Batt • Mayne River crossing – safety aspects of side rail to be considered, or a kerb

Item 3 Cr M Pratt • Shire Ball 2009 – Suggested 17 th April 2009 at Stonehenge • RAPAD – promote the region for tourism and as a place to live – use website for employment potential & residential options. Council to consider advertising as a avenue, and incorporation of opportunities in Shire brochure.

Business Development in the Shire RESOLUTION: 2008.11.2 That the Chief Executive Officer obtain appropriate legal advice as to how Council may support the development of business interests within the Shire.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

• Fuel Rebate Scheme – Cr Pratt questioned how the Rebate Scheme may be extended to be available to all residents of remote areas • Council to write to the Federal Treasurer seeking advice as to the timing of the promised review of the taxation system.

The Council Meeting broke for morning tea at 10:40am and resumed at 11:05am. Mr Mike Brown, Manager of Works & Services was in attendance when the meeting resumed.

Item 4 Cr Groves • Romula Mail Road – causeway needs repair • Conniston-Hammond Downs Grid is full • Hammond Downs-Retreat Road has boggy patches

Item 5 Cr B Scott • 29 th 30 th October – tour of Shire with Senator Trood • 5th 6th November – RAPAD & ORRG Meeting – Longreach (Roads of Regional Significance to be confirmed)

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WORKS & SERVICES REPORT

RESOLUTION: 2008.11.3 That the Works and Services Report prepared by Michael Brown, Works Manager and Dan Pitman, Workshop Supervisor be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

ATTENDANCE: Mr Mike Brown departed the meeting at 11:45am.

EXECUTIVE REPORTS

Executive Report RESOLUTION: 2008.11.4 That the Executive Report prepared by Gordon Webley, Acting Chief Executive Officer be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 6 Funding Applications – 2008/2009 Rural Living Infrastructure Program (RLIP) EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Minister for Main roads and Local Government, Warren Pitt MP, has invited applications from Councils for funding under the 2008/09 allocation of the Rural Living Infrastructure Program (RLIP) Application should be lodged with the Regional Office (Rockhampton) by the close of business on 31 st January 2009.

RESOLVED That Council lodge an application for funding under the Rural Living Infrastructure Program and consider the following projects:- Memorial Park Toilets, Jundah Hall upgrade, tourist information signage about heritage aspects of the towns and furniture for the Windorah Community Centre.

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 7 Clean Up Day 2009 – Expression of Interest EXECUTIVE SUMMARY : Clean Up Australia Ltd has announced that the next Clean Up Australia Day will be held on Sunday 1 st March 2009.

Clean Up Australia Day is Australia’s largest community based environmental event. Organisers of the event are seeking Council’s support towards the program which critical to help clean up, fix up and conserve the environment.

RESOLUTION: 2008.11.5 That Council lodge an Expression of Interest to confirm Barcoo Shire Council’s logistical support of Clean Up Australia Day 2009 and promote and arrange for the provision of an additional rubbish collection for the towns of Jundah, Stonehenge and Windorah in March 2009.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 8 Solar Energy Installation – Administration Office, Jundah EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: As part of the initial proposal by Ingenero to supply and install a solar energy system at Council’s Administration Office, Ingenero also indicated that it would investigate the opportunity to provide an integrated solar/battery/diesel power solution to cattle stations in the Shire.

Ingenero has reviewed the proposal and now seeks Council’s views on an amended proposal.

RESOLVED That the report be received.

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 9 Consideration of Projects for Funding by Australian Government – Local Government Infrastructure EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: In a media release dated 14 th October 2008 the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government indicated that “the Rudd Government will fast track its nation-building agenda to help shield Australians from the global financial crisis”.

In response, Australian Local Government Association and Local Government Association of President Cr Paul Bell had indicated local government could get started on the backlog of public works projects almost immediately.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.6 That Council prepare and document a list of Infrastructure projects in readiness for the presentation of a submission is response to the Australian Governments new Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Fund program guidelines and funding and further that the following projects be considered and prioritised:- • Extension of bitumen sealing of the Windorah-Birdsville and Windorah-Bedourie Roads • Replacement of clear water mains at Jundah • Replacement of clear water mains at Stonehenge • Refurbishment of Jundah Hall • Stage 3 of the Windorah Community Facilities Program – Construction of Swimming Pool Complex • Extension of kerb and channelling in Jundah, Stonehenge and Windorah • Extension of Ergon Energy Power Grid to rural customers

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Pratt CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 10 2008 Christmas Break – Office Closure EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Council at its General Meeting held at Jundah on Monday 8 th September 2008, resolved to close the Administration Office and Libraries on and between 25 th December, 2008 to 4 th January 2009, with staff to take accrued RDO’s or annual leave for the four days.

This matter was further discussed at the last General Meeting held at Jundah on Monday 13 th October 2008 when Council requested that an additional report be presented to Council.

It was suggested that it would be in the interest of safety for staff wishing to travel long distances to spend Christmas Day with friends and relatives that leave be granted for the day prior to the Christmas Day public holiday (Thursday 25 th December) that the office and library be closed on Wednesday 24 th December 2008.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.7 That Council close the Administration Office and Libraries on Wednesday 24 th December 2008 which effectively closes the Centres from 24 th December 2008 to 4 th January 2009 (inclusive).

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 11 Invitation to Provide Feedback to Department of Main Roads on Heavy Vehicle Rest Areas EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Minister for Main Roads and Local Government, Warren Pitt MP, invites Council to take the opportunity to give feedback to Main Roads about where additional Heavy Vehicle Rest Areas should be located.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.8 That Council advise the Minister for Main Roads and Local Government that the following sites be considered for the construction of Heavy Vehicle Rest areas:- • Tenham turn off on the Windorah-Quilpie Road • Davenport turn off on the Windorah Bedourie Road • Jundah Township Reserve – 215kms south of Longreach and 97kms north of Windorah

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 12 Mining Leases EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Council at its last General Meeting held at Jundah on Monday on 13 th October 2008 resolved to undertake a review of the current differential general rate for rate category 6 and that the Chief Executive Officer report back to Council following consultation with Alan Morton (Morton Consulting) regarding the average minimum rating for similar extractive categories.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.9 That pursuant to Chapter 14, Part 6, Division 2 of the Local Government Act 1993 Council resolves to grant a concession amounting to $710.00 to all land owners in Rate Category 6 – Mining Tenements on the grounds that Council will provide the assistance to encourage economic development in the area of opal mining for the financial year ending 30 th June 2009 and for the preservation of the cultural and historic significance of opal mining in the Shire for the financial year ending 30 th June 2009.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Batt CARRIED: 5/0

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 13 Central Qld Branch – LGMA – Proposed Meeting at Windorah 23-24 March 2009 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Branch of the Local Government Managers Association (LGMA) propose to hold their next meeting at Windorah on 23 rd – 24 th March 2009.

It is expected that the meeting will attract some 50-60 senior Executive Officers, Mayors, Councillors and Speakers.

Approval is sought for Council to host the meeting including the cost of hiring equipment etc.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.10 That Council host the next meeting of the Central Qld Branch of the Local Government Managers Association to be held at Windorah Community Centre on 23 rd – 24 th March 2009.

Moved: Cr Batt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 14 Qld State Emergency Service (SES) Non-Recurrent Subsidy Program – Invitation for Funding 2009/2010 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Department of Emergency Services has announced the calling of applications for the next round of funding under the SES Non-Recurrent Subsidy Program in support of the valuable contribution that SES units/groups provide each year.

Applications close on Friday 30 th January 2009.

Subsidies are available for the following:- • Accommodation; • Motor vehicles and the outfitting of SES motor vehicles with the appropriate equipment and accessories: and • Office equipment

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.11 That the Chief Executive Officer be delegated authority to submit an application for funding under the Queensland State Emergency Service Non-Recurrent Subsidy Program 2009/2010, if equipment is required.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 15 Review of Financial Assistance Grant Methodology EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Queensland Local Government Grants Commission has commenced a review of the methodology used for calculating the Financial Assistance Grant.

This is in accordance with a recommendation from the Local Government Reform Commission in its 2007 report with the aim to ensure that the Commonwealth funded Financial Assistance Grant is distributed equitably.

The recent changes to the local government structure in Queensland have necessitated this review.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.12 That the Mayor/Deputy Mayor and Chief Executive Office represent Council at future Regional Information Sessions regarding the Review of the Financial Assistance Grant Methodology.

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 16 Discretionary and SafeST TIDS Funding 2009/2010 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: At the last General Meeting of Council held at Jundah on Monday 13 th October 2008 Council resolved to endorse the TIDS SafeST application for the construction of footpath kerbing and channelling and sealing of Victoria Street in Windorah, estimated to cost $100,229.

The Department of Main Roads has approved the 2009/2010 funding application to complete works in front of the Windorah State School.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.13 That provision be made in Councils 2009/2010 Budget for the construction of footpath kerbing and channelling and sealing of Victoria Street, Windorah for the sum of $100,000 with a 50% contribution ($50,000) from The Department of Main Roads under the Discretionary and SafeST TIDS Funding Program 2009/2010.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 17 Barcoo Shire Council – System Leakage Management EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Pursuant to part 5, division 4, of the Water Act 2000, small water service providers (Council), must give a copy of the service providers System Leakage Management Plan to the regulator (DNR&W) for approval, within 3 years after the commencement of this section.

George Bourne & Associates were engaged by Council to prepare a System Leakage Management Plan for the towns of Jundah, Windorah and Stonehenge.

A copy of the draft plan is attached which includes a proposal for Council to implement a Leakage Control System in lieu of a detailed leakage plan. The document also includes Council’s application for an exemption under the provisions of category 1 and 5 being:-

1. The average age of the infrastructure forming the distribution system is relatively new (ie. less than 15 years old)

5. The current water leakage from the distribution system for Jundah is high but the service provider (Council) does not have the financial capacity to undertake a cost benefit analysis .

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.14 That Council endorse the System Leakage Management Plan for the townships of Jundah, Windorah and Stonehenge, proposed by George Bourne & Associates, and seek approval of the plan by the Department of Natural Resources & Water and further seek an exemption from preparing a detailed System Leakage Management Plan, on the basis that the cost of a Cost- Benefit Analysis exceeds the Water Service Providers (Council) capacity to pay.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 18 Consideration of Tenders for Private Sale of Excess/Surplus Plant Item and Vehicles EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Advertisements for the Private Sale of (1) 962G Caterpillar Loader and eight light motor vehicles were placed in the Longreach Leader on Friday 26 th September 2008.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.15a That Council not accept the tenders for 962G CAT Loader but readvertise for offers over $150,000 (excl.GST). Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Groves Carried: 5/0

Cr Batt declared an interest in Item 18 and left the meeting.

RESOLUTION: 2008.11.15b That Council accept the following tenders for the purchase of excess/surplus plant item and motor vehicles:- Ref. Description Tender Amount No. 121 Nissan Navara Dx4x4 N/A Dual Cab 2006 122 Toyota Turbo Landcruiser J Batt $ 35,750 (incl. GST) 79 Series Trayback 2005 “Eldwick” Stonehenge 123 Nissan Navara Dx4x4 N/A Dual Cab 2006 127 Nissan Navara Dx4x4 Marlin Pty Ltd T/AS Backhoe $ 15,000 (incl. GST) Dual Cab 2006 Hire Longreach 130 Nissan Patrol Trayback LJ & G Fietz $ 30,050 (incl. GST) Dx4.2 2006 “Hiddenvale” Barcaldine 131 Nissan Wagon Common DR & JK Allen $ 29,000 (incl. GST) Rail 2007 “Withywine” Longreach 138 Ford Courier Dual Cab GL N/A 2006 146 Nissan Patrol Wagon 3L AA Larsen $ 28,000 (incl. GST) 2006 Mt Talbot Forsayth (amended tender)

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 4/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Cr Batt returned to the meeting.

The Council Meeting broke for lunch at 1:10pm and resumed at 1:40pm.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 19 Aquatic Achievers – Uswim Program EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Vaughan Johnson MP, Member for Gregory has expressed his concerns about the statistics that show that more than 30 children drown tragically each year in Queensland.

The Member for Gregory endorses and introduces an organisation that he feels can provide considerable benefit to people in the community.

Aquatic Achievers provides a unique online Uswim program that can help people teach children how to swim.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.16 That Council enter into negotiations with Uswim representatives regarding the introduction and development of the Uswim Program throughout the Shire.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 20 Proposed Acquisition of Native Title in Windorah Stonehenge and Jundah EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Correspondence has been received from Mc Innes Wilson Lawyers referring to the previous meeting with Andrea Olsen of Queensland South Native Titles Services on 18 th September 2008 regarding the objections lodged by the Mithaka People withdrawing their objections and consenting to each of the acquisitions progressing.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.17 That Council resolves to acknowledge the following in relation to Councils proposed acquisition of Native Title in Windorah, Stonehenge and Jundah:-

1. The objections were received on 1 st May and 1 st July 2008 in respect to each of the above acquisitions. 2. Council has met with representatives of the Mithaka People on two occasions being 15 th July and 18 th September for the purpose of discussing the content of these objections. 3. Council has reached agreement with the Mithaka People as to an appropriate resolution to this matter; and 4. Council now intends to proceed with the formal acquisition in accordance with the Notice of Intention to Acquire previously issued.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Batt CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Cr Groves advised the Meeting of his interest in the Jundah Race Club. Cr Scott also advised of his interest as a trustee of the Windorah Racecourse. Neither Councillor voted on this matter.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 26 Racecourse Reserves at Jundah, Stonehenge and Windorah EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: At the last General Meeting of Council held at Jundah on Monday 13 th October 2008, discussions were held regarding the trusteeship of each of the Racecourse Reserves at Jundah, Stonehenge and Windorah. Concern was also expressed about the future of racing in the remote areas of the state including the ability of the Jundah Race Club to meet the increasing legislative, and legal safety requirements for the conduct of such events. This report follows on from Councils request for a review of the current trusteeship of the reserves.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.18 That Council write to the Trustees of the Jundah Racecourse Reserve, Stonehenge Recreation and Racecourse Reserve and Windorah Recreation and Racecourse Reserve seeking their views on the future trusteeship of the reserves and confirm Councils support for the transfer of trusteeship to Barcoo Shire Council as a means of addressing issues such as public liability and the provision of Council financial contributions to improve facilities on the Reserves.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Batt CARRIED: 3/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 27 Offer to Purchase Lot 907 Plan W2483, Parish of Murken, Town of Windorah EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Council has been involved in discussions with the State of Queensland (represented by the Department of Housing) regarding the purchase of vacant land at Windorah namely Lot 907 on Plan W2483, Parish of Murken, 24 Cecil Street, Windorah.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.19 That Council submit a formal letter of offer to the State of Queensland (Department of Housing) to purchase Lot 907 on Plan W2483, Parish of Murken, (24 Cecil Street Windorah), for the sum of $3,000 and delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Section 472 of the Local Government Act 1993, to enter into a Contract for the purchase of the land.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Pratt CARRIED: 5/0

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 28 Local Government Groups and Native Title Negotiation EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Local Government Association of Queensland has proposed a briefing paper to assist Councillors in their consideration of the proposed grouping of Councils for the purpose of native title negotiations, in accordance with the “Guidelines on the Provision of Financial Assistance by the Attorney-General under the Native Title Act 1993”. This scheme applies to work involving native title claims.

Assistance is not available for native title compliance matters involving particular projects or tenure dealings.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.20 That Council resolves to:- Option (1) *adopt the Local Government groups representative model for the purpose of native title negotiations in accordance with the “Guidelines on the Provision of Financial Assistance by the Attorney-General under the Native Title Act 1993”. *instruct MacDonnells Law to represent the South West Corner group. *join with other affected Councils to collectively commence native title negotiations with the Maiawabi and Karuwali People native title claim group. *instruct Mac MacDonnells Law to join Barcoo Shire as a party to the Maiawabi and Karuwali People #2 claim Federal Court Proceedings.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Batt CARRIED: 5/0

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EXECUTIVE REPORTS cont.

Agenda 10.11.08 Item 29 Queensland’s Heritage Grant Program (Round 3) – “Living Buildings and Places” EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Queensland Government through the Environmental Protection Agency is calling applications for the last round of the Living Buildings and Places heritage grants program. The grants are designed to help owners with core structural works that will ultimately help the place safe now and in the future.

Applications close 27 th February 2008.

RESOLUTION : 2008.11.21 Be received.

RESOLUTION: 2008.11.22 That the late reports be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Pratt CARRIED: 5/0

LATE BUSINESS

Matters relating to RAPAD Meeting. Matters relating to ORRG Meeting. Roads of Significance – Barcoo Shire. Council reviewed its network and made no changes.

ATTENDANCE: Mr Peter Forrest, Author and Historian, joined the meeting at 2:20pm and spoke to Council about progress on the History Book of the .

Peter Forrest departed the meeting at 3:00pm. At this point, Councillors conducted a tour of the Windorah Community Centre, under construction and returned at 3:45pm

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ENVIRONMENT AND ANIMAL MANAGEMENT

Land and Animal Management Report RESOLUTION: 2008.11.23 That the Land and Animal Management Report prepared by Peter Pidgeon, Rural Lands Officer be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Pratt CARRIED: 5/0

Overgrown Allotments RESOLUTION: 2008.11.24 That Council undertake a public awareness and inspection program of overgrown allotments within the townships, in order to improve the appearance and liveability of the towns.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

Various Applications - Agistment RESOLUTION: 2008.11.25 That Council approve the following applications for Agistment.

Deborah Geiger Robert Gordon Geoff Seawright

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT REPORT

Community and Development Report RESOLUTION: 2008.11.26 That the Community and Development Report prepared by Jeannie Reynolds be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

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CORPORATE SERVICES REPORT

Corporate Services Report RESOLUTION: 2008.11.27 That the Corporate Services Report prepared by Kerri Wilson be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Batt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

Annual Report for 2007/2008 Financial Year RESOLUTION: 2008.11.28 That the Council receive the Annual Report for 2007/2008 Financial Year.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

Cheque Register RESOLUTION: 2008.11.29 That the Cheque Register report be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Pratt CARRIED: 5/0

Revenue and Expenditure as at 31 st October RESOLUTION: 2008.11.30 That the Revenue and Expenditure report be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Batt Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

Balance Sheet as at 31 st October RESOLUTION: 2008.11.31 That the Balance Sheet report be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Pratt Seconded: Cr Hubbard CARRIED: 5/0

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CORPORATE SERVICES REPORT cont.

Rates Arrears as at 31 st October RESOLUTION: 2008.11.32 That the Rates Arrears report be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Hubbard Seconded: Cr Groves CARRIED: 5/0

Trust Account as at 31 st October RESOLUTION: 2008.11.33 That the Trust Account report be received and noted.

Moved: Cr Groves Seconded: Cr Batt CARRIED: 5/0

INFORMATION BULLETIN

Local Government Act Review – Brisbane 12 th December 2008 – Mayor to attend if available.

Next Meeting 12 th December 2008 at 8:00am – Jundah

Meeting Closed: 4:45pm

Mayor Cr Bruce L Scott ______

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